How Neurofeedback Works

Carolyn trained as a Neurofeedback practitioner and has been using this approach in her work with children.

Neurofeedback is a gentle, non-invasive way of helping the brain learn to regulate itself better. It works a little bit like a mirror for the brain.

Sensors are placed on your child’s head to “listen in” to their brain activity.

With 2-channel neurofeedback, we’re able to look at how two different areas of the brain are working together. This is important because many neurodivergent children (for example, those with ADHD, autism, or anxiety) can find that their brains get “stuck” in certain patterns and are either too fast, too slow, or not well-coordinated between regions.

What happens during a session?

During a session, your child might watch an animation or play a simple game. The computer uses their brain activity to adjust what they see or  hear in real time. For example, the picture might get brighter or the sound clearer when their brain is moving into a more balanced, regulated state. Without any effort, the brain gradually learns what patterns feel calmer and more efficient.

Over time, this can help to support attention and focus, reduce anxiety and hyper arousal, and improve emotional regulation, sleep, and overall wellbeing. It can be especially helpful for neurodivergent children who may struggle with overwhelm, focus, or managing big feelings.

It is like giving your brain a training work out. The brain is practising healthier rhythms, the same way muscles get stronger with exercise. And because it’s based on feedback from their own brain, it’s highly personalised to your child’s needs.

It is an extremely relaxing way of working and can be very effective.